DJ Quik and a documentary on controversial gangsta rap label Death Row Records are on the lineup for next month's UrbanFest L.A.
On Tuesday, just as his new Arista album "Balance & Options" hit stores, California rapper Quik announced that he would join a list of confirmed performers that includes Common, Talib Kweli, De La Soul, Cap One, and Dwayne Wiggins, among others. (See "Common, De La Soul Headed To UrbanFest L.A.")
In addition, attendees will be able to view a screening of Xenon Entertainment's "Welcome To Death Row," a documentary co-executive produced by label insider Lydia Harris that details the formation, growth, rise, and fall of the rap label.
Sponsored by the Wherehouse Music/CheckOut.com and the University of Southern California, the UrbanFest L.A. benefit festival celebrates Black Music Month and L.A. Music Week.
Scheduled to be held on June 24 and 25 at the university, UrbanFest L.A. is also expected to draw 10,000 to 12,000 attendees each day.
Proceeds from the event will benefit not-for-profit organizations the Urban Focus Music Foundation, the Rhythm & Blues Foundation, Music & Kids Inc., and Temple of Hip-Hop Kulture.
Tickets for UrbanFest L.A. are on sale now at Ticketmaster locations (www.ticketmaster.com).
